Russian officials say Ukraine rejects a proposed six-hour local ceasefire in and around Kostiantynivka, an eastern city, meant to enable the handover of soldiers’ bodies. Multiple outlets report that Russia puts forward the ceasefire arrangement, describing it as a temporary measure tied to recovering and transferring the remains of servicemen. The Russian side claims the Ukrainian forces do not accept the truce.
The reports refer specifically to a six-hour ceasefire timeframe and the location around Kostiantynivka. They frame the proposal as focused on facilitating the exchange or transfer of bodies rather than broader movement or negotiations. The coverage is based on statements from Russian officials; no independent details about Ukraine’s position, any verification of the planned arrangements, or subsequent developments are included in the provided excerpts.
Overall, the accounts are consistent in describing the same alleged proposal by Russia, the same stated purpose (the handover of soldiers’ bodies), and the same claim by Russia that Ukraine rejects the local ceasefire.
